Iowa Hawkeyes (6-2) at Northwestern Wildcats (6-2): prediction and pick

Northwestern Wildcats are slight favorites in what looks like a close game at 53% to win (NU -2.5). Our predicted score is Iowa Hawkeyes 21, Northwestern Wildcats 24, against a betting total of 44.5. Northwestern Wildcats come in hot, 4-1 in their last 5. With a game this close, the moneyline on the underdog (Iowa Hawkeyes) is often where the value is, if anywhere.

Fair odds: Iowa Hawkeyes +114, Northwestern Wildcats -114. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Iowa Hawkeyes 21, Northwestern Wildcats 24

Spread: NU -2.5

Total: 44.5

Moneyline: Iowa Hawkeyes +105, Northwestern Wildcats -125

DraftKings line. Shop around, prices differ by book.

• Northwestern Wildcats: 4-1 in the last 5 (L W W W W, most recent first)
• Iowa Hawkeyes: 3-2 in the last 5 (W L W L W, most recent first)

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